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A decade of transforming the world one block at a time

On July 30, 2015, the Ethereum blockchain was born. The moment the genesis block was mined, it enabled new possibilities for the internet, bringing transformative changes to finance, ownership, and programmability.

Ten years in, eternity ahead.

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10 years ofInnovation

Ethereum transformed blockchain by introducing smart contracts

With Ethereum, blockchains changed from a digital ledger, into a programmable platform where code executes automatically when conditions are met.

Ethereum's innovation enabled entirely new industries like DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs. It expanded blockchain beyond digital currency into a platform that reimagined how we create and exchange value.

Ethereum Launch

Ethereum Launch

July 30, 2015

Ethereum's genesis block went live, launching the "Frontier" network. This barebones release gave developers their first chance to build decentralized applications and experiment with smart contracts.

Ethereum's mission: an open internet where users control their data, applications run without gatekeepers, and value flows freely between people.

DAI: The pioneer stablecoin

DAI: The pioneer stablecoin

December, 2015

The first decentralized stablecoin launched. DAI maintains a soft peg to the U.S. dollar through cryptocurrency collateral locked in smart contracts.

Unlike centralized stablecoins controlled by companies, DAI is governed by a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), making it trustless and community-driven.

CryptoKitties and the NFT Frontier

CryptoKitties and the NFT Frontier

November, 2017

CryptoKitties brought digital ownership to life. This early NFT game showed how blockchain could enable new forms of expression, collectibility, and culture online.

It proved Ethereum could scale beyond finance into gaming, art, and digital identity, opening entirely new creative possibilities.

DeFi Summer

DeFi Summer

June, 2020

Explosive DeFi growth redefined how the world thinks about finance. Protocols for lending, trading, and yield generation gained massive momentum, showcasing the power of open, composable financial infrastructure.

This period brought billions in value on-chain and established Ethereum as the home of decentralized finance.

The Merge update

The Merge update

September 15, 2022

Ethereum's biggest transformation yet. The network seamlessly transitioned from energy-intensive proof-of-work to proof-of-stake. With billions in value on Ethereum, the change was described as like changing an aircraft's engine mid-flight.

The Merge cut Ethereum's energy consumption by 99.95%, strengthened network security, and set the groundwork for future scaling upgrades.

Spot ETH ETFs

Spot ETH ETFs

May 23, 2024

Wall Street embraces Ethereum. Spot ETH ETFs launched, bringing institutional capital and regulatory legitimacy to the world's leading smart contract platform.

The approval signaled broader acceptance of tokenized real-world assets, with major financial institutions now building on Ethereum to bring everything from real estate to treasury bonds on-chain.

10 years ofAdoption

From a whitepaper to 24M+ daily transactions within the Ethereum ecosystem

Ethereum has become a global computing platform powering thousands of applications used by millions daily. It spans industries and borders while continuing to expand its use cases.

Decade of Decentralization

Decade of Decentralization

What began as a specialized ecosystem now spans 80+ countries with 870,000 validators, 13,600 physical nodes, and millions of users across continents.

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10 years, 16 upgrades, 0 downtime

10 years, 16 upgrades, 0 downtime

Ethereum has maintained perfect uptime while continuously evolving. The blockchain has never gone offline.

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$123 billion in stablecoin market cap

$123 billion in stablecoin market cap

As of Q2 2025, Ethereum L1 secures over $123 billion in stablecoins, capturing over 50% of the global stablecoin market.(opens in a new tab)

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0.01 TWh per year

0.01 TWh per year

Following The Merge, Ethereum's energy consumption dropped dramatically to just 0.01 TWh per year(opens in a new tab), down from its peak of 93.95 TWh.

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Over 250 TPS

Over 250 TPS

Ethereum's throughput has increased dramatically since launch, with Ethereum's ecosystem now handling over 250 transactions per second.(opens in a new tab)

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10 years ofStories

An overview of how Ethereum is used in daily life

From millions of wallets to every corner of the world, people use Ethereum in ways that inspire. These real stories showcase creativity, freedom, and connection powered by Ethereum.

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Inhwan

South Korea

I had a transaction with a friend who was overseas, and I was surprised that sending and receiving money through Ethereum was much faster and easier than I thought. It's much more transparent than the existing banking system, and there are no complicated procedures in the middle.

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11 aprel 2025

Thomas

Kenya

Ethereum has empowered Kenyan communities by improving financial inclusion, supporting agriculture, fostering education, and enabling cost-effective remittances. big up to ETH

10 aprel 2025

Anon

Canada

Self-custody in the increasingly restrictive (and sometimes even hostile) world of traditional finance has opened the doors to a parallel system of finance for me.

10 aprel 2025

Shangzi

China

In the past, when the community held some charity events, the fund raising channels were limited and the management transparency was low. With the decentralized nature of Ethereum, we can launch crowdfunding activities worldwide, and all fund flows can be clearly recorded on the blockchain. Community members can check the use of funds at any time, which not only broadens the source of funds, but also improves the transparency and credibility of fund management.

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14 aprel 2025

Emmanuel

Nigeria

Ethereum has reduce poverty on average Nigeria youth. Young guys and ladies either trade or writing codes. This has help to reduce unemployment in my community.

9 aprel 2025

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